WELCOME TO HARTBEAT. WE ARE COMEDY. WE ARE CULTURE.
Founded by Kevin Hart with a mission to keep the world laughing together, HARTBEAT is the global, multi-platform media brand creating the boldest and most influential entertainment at the intersection of comedy and culture. Innovative. Inspiring. Inclusive. Infectious. Indelible (if you know that word, chances are there’s a college on your resume). Point is, we go IN. We believe engaging content and comedy have the power to shift the culture and change the world. Our feeling-first content, immersive platforms and experiences, matchless storytellers, and creativity look audiences dead in their face and dare ’em not to smile, laugh out loud, think, act, care, share, and grow more connected to the world and to each other. We win every time.
OUR DIVISIONS
Now, get out your pencils and pads. Hartbeat has three divisions: HARTBEAT STUDIOS, which finances, develops, and produces innovative content; HARTBEAT MEDIA, which connects with consumers globally through events and the company's expansive distribution network; and PULSE, the full-service branded content and creative studio that also serves as creative and cultural consultancy to the Hartbeat brand. Plus, Hartbeat's flagship consumer brand, LOL! NETWORK, reaches audiences across its owned and operated social media, audio, and OTT partners. ’kay, pencils down.
THE ROLE:
We are seeking a Manager, Audio to focus on development and production of Hartbeat’s radio and podcast slate. The ideal candidate is passionate about comedic entertainment, well-versed in technical audio production in a variety of formats and is eager to take on a new challenge that is equal parts creative and operational. Hartbeat’s manager will be charged with helping to develop and on-board our exciting new slate of comedy podcasts. You’ll work with our audio team to help take our shows from concept to launch. The right candidate is extremely organized and looking for an opportunity to grow with our unit. You understand the challenges that pop up in a normal podcast production and are creative with solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to the development, production, and optimization of an expanding slate of podcasts, radio programming (LOL Radio) and audiobooks
- Act as development producer for new concepts
- Develop production processes and systems for new shows
- Look for opportunities to innovate show production
- Help on board and train junior staff
- Supervise show production across a growing roster of shows and teams
- Manage a small team of producers and engineers
- Partner closely with internal and external analytics teams to track and optimize performance of audio initiatives
- Work internally across departments to use audio to better serve our brand partners and content groups
- Manage audio production vendors, partners, and staff
- Drive innovation in the audio category by leading experimentation and breaking new ground in the space
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
- At least 3 years of experience dedicated to podcasting at the producer level
- Experience managing podcast professionals
- Proficient in audio production including use of Pro Tools, Dissect, and/or Adobe Audition
- Strong writing skills with an understanding of writing for radio
- Skilled at talent management
- Confident producing show deliverables including calendars, interview prep, host research docs, production plans,
- Passionate about the comedic entertainment and podcast spaces with a keen eye for quality content
- Ability to work across creative & technical aspects of audio
- Proven track record of building talent relationships
- Self-starter who has the ability to work independently, but also fits in a strong team environment
- Finds the laughter in everyday life and wants to keep the world laughing together!
WORK HARD, LAUGH HARDER
Look, it’s called work for a reason. We show up for our teammates, our partners, and our audience. We’re a high-energy culture, where EVERYONE IS A HEADLINER, expected to give their best performance. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun, meaningful, and inspiring. Because if you’re not having fun at work, you’re missing a good time!
So, if you hate fun, never like to laugh, and hardly ever smile, we have the job for you – somewhere else. But if you believe in a culture of creativity, entrepreneurialism, inclusion, hustle, and heart – while prioritizing fun and funny – you belong here.
Must be 18 years or older and willing to submit to a background investigation and must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
BENEFITS
We got you! Hartbeat provides eligible employees competitive benefits, including: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and holiday pay and generous family leave policies. We also offer 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending account and an unlimited supply of laughs on company time (aftershock giggles may spill into personal time) and more!
NOTICES
We take this seriously. Hartbeat provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. As an equal opportunity employer, Hartbeat will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.